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Rothschild Holiday Houses on the Ashton Country Estate near Oundle Peterborough - The Constable House

Peterborough, Peterborough, UK9.1 mi to Peterborough center

Farmhouse

Sleeps: 12

Bedrooms: 5

Bathrooms: 4

Min Stay: 3 nights

About this unit

The Constable House

SHORT STAYS AVAILABLE. PLEASE CONTACT US FOR PRICES.

** SPECIAL OFFER ***

Add an extra night to your stay for only £60 per day!!! (a maximum of 2 nights can be added) – this offer is subject to availability either side of your booking – the Christmas week is excluded.

The Constable House is a secluded country holiday house that sleeps up to 12 people.The house boasts a magnificent vaulted ceiling over the open plan living / dining and kitchen area. With 5 bedrooms , a sofa bed and a pull-out truckle bed in the single room, the house can easily accommodate 12 people. The House is located within a historic country estate created at the turn of the 19th century renowned for its beautiful and ecologically important woodland. Perfect for family celebrations and large groups.

About the property

Self Catering Holiday Houses

The three luxury self-catering holiday house apartments at The Lady Rothschild Dairy are located deep in the Ashton Wold side of the Estate.

Please read our Terms and Conditions of Hire before booking the property. These can be found at the bottom of our website.

If an atypical country getaway is what you’re looking for with the convenience of modern fixtures and fittings then this could be the place for you. Great care has been taken to ensure you have everything you need making this a home from home.

The Lady Rothschild Dairy consists of 3 luxury self-catering apartments round a U-shaped central courtyard and we have also recently introduced a few more houses - a small cottage sleeping up to 4 and a large farmhouse, Morland Manor which is filled with beautiful art and antiques. The Estate (OHL Limited) has restored many original features whilst still incorporating high standards to workmanship including modern kitchens and bathrooms. Sorry, No Pets.

The houses sleep up to 8, 10 and 12 people, all of which are finished with an emphasis on quality, in a style that is both comfortable and elegantly modern. The solid oak finishes and natural features make each house individual.

The location is rural but conveniently close to amenities including the local market town of Oundle rich with its excellent independent shops. It is not uncommon to spot an assortment of animals on the estate including deer, badgers, squirrels, foxes, rabbits, red kites and many more.

The houses are available to rent all year round and the changing seasons offer something different with each visit.

Please note that due to The Lady Rothschild Dairy’s rural location, phone signal can be poor. Wi-fi and internet access is not always guaranteed for the same reason so please take this into account when making a booking.

The History:

Formerly known as Ashton Wold Farm, The Lady Rothschild Dairy was constructed for Nathanial Charles Rothschild in 1900-1901 and designed by William Huckvale. The farm was constructed as part of a new country estate envisaged by Charles Rothschild, within woodland which had been purchased by the Rothschild family in 1860.

Charles Rothschild (1877-1923) worked as a partner in the family investment banking firm NM Rothschild and Sons, which was based in London, but is also known for his pioneering work in entomology and nature conservation.

The Lady Rothschild Dairy was designed as a dairy farm, with various buildings arranged around a courtyard and constructed of local building materials such as limestone and thatch, in Vernacular Revival Style. Constructed at the turn of the 20th century, when agriculture and farming in England were in decline, the complex was constructed as a ferme ornee. The complex comprises a U-shaped range of cow-houses around a central fold-yard with ancillary buildings including a detached dairy (The Sir Isaac Newt Library), in addition to a dove-cote (The Store), cart shed and cow-mans cottage (Home Farm Cottage).

It is of exceptional architectural interest for the high quality of its design which reflects the vernacular building traditions of the region and for the level of craftsmanship evident in the working of the materials chosen for its construction.

The buildings have been awarded Grade II* listed status.

Bedrooms

Bedrooms: 5

Sleeps: 12

Bathrooms

Bathrooms: 4

Owner

OHL Ltd - Carol Maibaum

Member Since 2016

Speaks:

english

Calendar last updated:

Mar 10, 2019

Why OHL Ltd - Carol Maibaum chose Peterborough

Ashton Estate is one of the best kept secrets - the private Estate is the perfect place to unwind with family and friends. Although the location is quite rural there are loads of places to visit nearby - including Oundle (10 minutes away but 8 of those minutes are through the beautiful traffic free Estate), Stamford and Peterborough. Phone signal and wifi are not always guaranteed but nobody seems to mind and we have loads of repeat guests. At most times we do have wifi which isn't strong so no good for streaming but you can check emails etc

Behind the properties, but you can drive into the courtyard to unload your car.

Internet

Internet is slow and will sometimes drop out due to the rural nature of the properties.

Towels Provided

Iron & Board

Hair Dryer

Living Room

Large open plan

Kitchen

Dishwasher

Refrigerator

Half & Half full size fridge /freezer

Stove

Rangemaster Electric Hob

Oven

Rangemaster Electric Oven

Microwave

Grill

Coffee Maker

Bosch Tassimo (Pods available in local shops - although we do supply a few to get you started)

Toaster

4 Slice

Dishes & Utensils

Kitchen

Large open plan kitchen, perfect for large gatherings.

Dining

Dining Area

Child's Highchair

Dining

Open plan dining area. Table can seat up to 12. Kitchen counter also offers 6 bar stools for seating. High chair available on request (and if available)

comfy seating for 12 people

Entertainment

Television

46" TV in sitting room, 36" in main bedroom.
Freeview

Stereo

Ipod docking station and music system

DVD Player

Books

Large library of books available for guests to borrow / purchase (small donation to charity)

Games

Assortment of board games

Outside

Lawn / Garden

Large field next door to houses.

Kayak / Canoe

Kayaks can be hired in nearby Oundle.

Outdoor Grill

Purpose built brick BBQ in next door field near Shepherds Hut

Deck / Patio

Courtyard with iron table, chairs & umbrella - seats 8

Notes

The Ashton Estate is, in our view, a fascinating work of both man and nature. The Estate has an interesting socio-economic history comprising a “model settlement” (created at the turn of the 19th century by a mercantile family) superimposed on a more ancient village. Whilst the function of many estate buildings has changed, much of the “model settlement” remains physically intact, an unlikely outcome given the dynamics of modern life. The more ancient settlement is represented by a number of Grade II Listed buildings. Several of the “Edwardian” buildings are also Listed.

House Rules

Check-in: 3:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.

1 Review

5/5

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Great place to spend Christmas!

5/5

Stayed Dec 2018

Kate L.

Such a great house to share with family over Christmas. Beautifully decorated to help us feel festive! We’ll be back!

Published Jan 9, 2019

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Peterborough, Peterborough, UK

The three luxury holiday rental houses at The Lady Rothschild Dairy are positioned around a central courtyard. The emphasis inside is on quality, in a style that is both comfortable and elegantly modern. Solid oak finishes and natural features make each house quite individual whilst allowing for the highest expectations in modern bathrooms and kitchen spaces.

Situated in a secluded woodland location within the grounds of the Estate, it is not uncommon to spot an assortment of animals including deer, badgers, squirrels, foxes, rabbits, red kites and many more. As well as the grounds of the Estate there are many nearby villages and country pubs to discover. Nearby Oundle, a historic market town, has many quality shops at hand for supplies.

The Estate has an interesting socio-economic history comprising a “model settlement” (created at the turn of the 19th century by a mercantile family) superimposed on a more ancient village.

The Chequered Skipper in Ashton Village is a picturesque thatched country pub. About 3 Mile walk. Perfect venue for a family or corporate function or simply a relaxing drink. Outside catering also available.

With a variety of habitats including wildflower meadows, woodlands and wetlands, the Nene Valley is one of the most important inland areas for wildlife in England. Great way to explore. Hire a canoe in Oundle!

Rutland Water. An internationally famous nature reserve. Ideal family day out - cycling, wildlife and adventure.

Stamford is idyllic enough to have formed the backdrop for television costume dramas such as Middlemarch and Pride & Prejudice. Independent traders create the perfect shopping experience.

Company Number 2631214 Registered in England

Registered Office: Cricket Pavilion, Ashton. Peterborough. PE8 5LF

Availability

Minimum 3 Nights stay. Please read our Terms & Conditions of Hire before booking. These can be found on the bottom of our website.Please note there is no warranty as to the accuracy of this data.